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Open Research

A means of maximising the visibility and impact of research for public benefit in accordance with the University vision and strategy.

What is open research?

The increased transparency, reliability and reproducibility of open research has the potential to improve public trust, promote inclusivity and lead to the creation and use of new knowledge.

Open research aims to increase openness throughout the whole research life cycle by providing free access to research methods and protocols, data, software and publications. 

Open Research Institutional Position Statement

Open research is a means of maximising the visibility and impact of research for public benefit, find out more.

Responsible use of research metrics

See our statement and guidance on appropriate use of quantitative research metrics.

Data management

The research data service has been created to assist researchers during the three key stages of the data lifecycle.

Open access

Open access enables free online access to research publications with limited restrictions over reuse.

General Data Protection Regulation

Where research involves using personal data, under GDPR, participants must be informed about certain information.

Policies and guidance
Training, tools and resources